Domaine Christophe Roumier

" This is one of Burgundy's greatest domaines and Christophe Roumier is one of its most intelligent and knowledgeable winemakers. The combination of the two produces magic. "In 1924 Georges Roumier, a man from the Charolais, married a local Chambolle-Musigny girl, Geneviève Quanquin and as was the custom at the time, she brought with her a dowry in the form of vineyards – so was born the Domaine Georges Roumier. Since that time the domaine has established itself as one of the finest estates in the world. Period. The fiercely intelligent and talented Christophe Roumier is in charge today, making wines that are simply the pinnacle of this ancient craft.

Allen Meadows 91-94 "from a .54 ha parcel). While aromatically reticent there is an appealing breadth to the intensely floral and dark currant aromas that display background hints of both earth and the sauvage. There is excellent intensity and freshness to the sleek middle weight flavors that

Wine Spectator 95 "This is all about finesse, with the racy profile and silky texture setting the stage for cherry, bilberry and mineral flavors. Sleek and well-integrated at this stage, yet with dense, ripe tannins that need to be absorbed. Builds to a long, ethereal aftertaste. Best from 2019